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November 24, 2012

Turkey Leftovers~Turkey Soup

Are you looking for ideas on what to do with your turkey leftovers, like I am? I found this easy turkey soup recipe that's healthy and looks delicious. It uses whole wheat pasta, lots of veggies and one of my favorites; kale. I'll be making a pot of this tonight.

photo and recipe courtesy Whole Foods

Ingredients:

1 medium onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery ribs, thinly sliced

2 cloves garlic, minced

4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or homemade turkey broth

4 sprigs fresh thyme

1 bunch kale, thick stems removed and leaves sliced
thinly

2 cups whole wheat elbow macaroni

2 cups cubed or shredded turkey breast

¼ tsp freshly ground pepper

Directions:

Heat a large saucepan over med-high heat until hot. Add onion, carrots, celery and garlic and
cook 6-7 minutes or until veggies are tender and beginning to brown, stirring
occasionally. Stir in broth, 4 cups
water and thyme and bring to a boil. Add
kale and macaroni and return to boil.
Cook about 5 minutes or until macaroni is al dente. Stir in turkey and pepper and cook 2-3
minutes longer or until turkey is heated through. Remove thyme sprigs before serving.